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Lymphedema after radical prostate surgery: How to improve it?
My names is Roberta, my father had a radical prostatectomy in December 2023; performed 10 sessions of radiotherapy (which lasted 6 months). And, radiotherapy will...
Prostate cancer: Anyone had surgery at 3+3?
I have a Gleason score of 3+3. PSA of 94 cores of twelve positive. Family history. Father hade prostate cancer and had seeds, lived till...
Post RP, will stairs be a problem right after surgery?
My husband is having a robotic assisted radical prostatectomy in early June. We will be traveling to Mayo and have secured a place to stay...
What can I expect after radical prostatectomy surgery?
What can I expect after radical prostatectomy surgery I am 62 years old in otherwise above average health. Of 13 core biopsy samples six were...
Radical Prostatectomy By Robotic Surgery: What can I expect?
I am looking into RP using robotic surgeryWant to get an idea of Where is the best place to go and best surgeon.And if anyone...
Why would my doctors recommend surgery over radiation?
How come most doctors I talk to recommend RP removal instead of radiation? I ve seen good and bad about radiation. I m low risk...
Gleason 8 - Surgery scheduled in early Sept - timing ok?
My husband (71, active) was diagnosed June 16, Gleason 8, PSA 8, 9/18 positive cores, four 4+4. PSMA PET is clear. He is scheduled to...
Prostate Cancer: sex drive after surgery or other treatments
hello everyone i was wondering if i could ask a group question, i had my prostate removed back in october since then i have had...
Prostate removed in June 2022. No natural erection since surgery.
Prostrate removed in June 2022 at 65 years old. Everything worked pretty good up until then. Pills do not work. Injections work but very painful...
What causes penis to change size after prostate surgery?
@mention what cause your penis to become shorten length and size after a laser prostrate surgery
Upcoming Surgery: What can or should I do to prepare? Reduce stress?
My surgery is scheduled for Nov. 11. I'm 66, Gleason 4+3. PET scan indicates no spread. From your experiences, what can or should I do...
Prostate Cancer: What treatments did you choose after surgery?
I had robotic prostate surgery September 2018 at Mayo clinic Rochester MN. My PSA was 12.9 and Gleason 8. I had 2 positive lymph nodes...
Why did you choose surgery instead of radiation or vise versa?
I think this may be a topic that the newly diagnosed may find useful. The differences are often subtle which makes the decision even more...
Concerns about prostate cancer surgery while having heart conditions
Husband is 76. history of cardiac arrest, defibrillator, mechanical mitral valve at age 53. PC diagnosed 6 yrs ago and on active surveillance. now Gleason...
Any tips for first few days immediately following prostate surgery?
I am just under 2 weeks from robotic surgery and wondering if those who've gone through it have any suggestions for making life easier around...
How many here developed an inguinal hernia after Prostate surgery?
My wife was tyrannical making sure I did not overexert for my first 6 weeks post op and even then I was very careful not...
Back Pain while taking Cialis after Prostate Cancer Surgery
Diagnosed on 3/28/2022, multiple Gleason 4+3’s. Had RALP on 8/23, all margins clear, catheter out on 9/1. Began Cialis 20 mg on 9/1. Took 20...
Do you know when you are leaking urine post surgery?
Hey guys, Hope everyone is doing well today. I want to know if you can feel the urge prior to or during urinary leakage post...
Should I do penile injections after surgery to help restore erections?
I've read that injections after surgery can help restore naturalerections , Any advise or experience with this would be helpful
Long-term radiation side effects post surgery: Any experiences or data
Is anyone aware of any data involving long term side effects (10+ years after radiation treatment) of post Radical Proctectomy radiation (Proton or Photon) to...
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